Today it is 10 years since my father passed way. It feels surreal that so much life has been packed into those years for everyone in my family and that he hasn't been here for it. Even though he lives on in our hearts, it is on days like today that I miss him terribly and also celebrate his memory at the same time. The day after he died, I found solace with my piano and journal, and the song 'Forever In Me' was born. It took me many years before I could sing it without getting choked up, but over time it has become more and more of a celebration of his memory and the way he lived his life. I have been asked to sing it at quite a few funerals, and find it a challenge to share this song in the face of such raw grief even though I know it is the right song for those moments.
I was really touched, when a year ago the song was used as the soundtrack for a BabySense ad, as a celebration of new life and the road that stretches ahead for every newborn. It felt fitting that a song born of endings should also herald new beginnings. As indeed "there is no death, only life. While things may change, they do not die. And the biggest compliment I have ever had - is it's your eyes I have".
I love you Dad!
